Estimating Coordinator
raise consulting - Irvine, CA
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Estimating CoordinatorCommercial General Contractor - Ground-Up DSA & Public WorksAbout the Role:Seeking an organized and detail-oriented Estimating Coordinator to join the preconstruction team. This role offers the opportunity to work on ground-up DSA and public works projects while gaining hands-on exposure to the estimating process. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, proactive, and looking to grow into a long-term role with mentorship and training provided by experienced estimators and project leaders.Key Responsibilities:Support the estimating team with coordination of bid documents, addenda, and subcontractor communications.Assist in developing bid packages and distributing plans/specifications to trade partners.Track subcontractor outreach, prequalification, and bid coverage to ensure competitive proposals.Maintain estimating logs, bid calendars, and other internal tracking systems.Participate in review of drawings and specifications to identify scope requirements.Assist in quantity take-offs, scope comparisons, and assembling final estimates.Help coordinate pre-bid meetings and site walks.Organize and maintain estimating files, proposals, and historical cost data.Provide general administrative and logistical support to the estimating/preconstruction team.Qualifications:1-3 years of construction or estimating-related experience preferred (internship or entry-level exposure acceptable for strong candidates).Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred, but not required.Strong organizational and communication skills.Ability to work on multiple bids simultaneously and meet deadlines.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; exposure to Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, or other estimating software a plus.Interest in pursuing a career in estimating with a willingness to learn from senior staff.Why Join?Exposure to diverse, ground-up DSA and public works projects across Southern California.Hands-on mentorship and training with career development pathways into Estimator and Senior Estimator roles.Collaborative and supportive team culture that values growth, learning, and long-term success.
Created: 2025-10-05